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1,025 members of the press supported thus far DSWD support, aid to media stay – Sec. Gatchalian
DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian and DSWD Undersecretary Edu Punay during their meeting with PTFoMS Executive Director Paul M. Gutierrez, June 30, 2023. Since the start of the Marcos administration in July 2022, Usec. Punay reported that 1,025 members of the press and their families have been assisted by the DSWD DEPARTMENT of Social Welfare and…
DOST, LGU Pangantucan to improve science, tech info access in GIDA areas through STARBOOKS
The Science and Technology Research-Based Openly Operated Kiosk (STARBOOKS) is an innovation of the DOST Science and Technology Information Institute.
Expressing gratitude for the initiative, Dr. Ellen A. Azuelo, Education Program Supervisor who is also the project leader, commended the DOST for its efficient and comprehensive project implementation process.
LGU Pangantucan’s Executive Assistant, Rolando Franco, also encouraged the other schools in the Municipality to avail the same project for inclusive education opportunities.
Dr. Ligaya S. Gonzales, School Principal of Pangantucan National High School, expressed hope that this intervention from the DOST would be followed by further support for STEM education in Pangantucan, fostering a strong foundation for the high school learners’ academic journey.
By providing accessible and up-to-date information, the project aims to empower students to pursue STEM courses and become valuable contributors to the S&T human capital of the country. With the collaborative efforts of the DOST, DepEd, and local educational institutions, the future of S&T education in Pangantucan is set to be brighter than ever before. (Rashia Mae Deva Paano/DOST 10)
STARBOOKS to enrich 1,500 students, teachers access to S&T info in Catarman
Around 1,500 students and teachers from Camiguin National High School and Sto. Niño Integrated School is expected to benefit from the collaboration of the Department of Science and Technology and LGU Catarman to acquire STARBOOKS, the country’s first digitized library. Catarman Mayor Kiterio Antonio U. Palarca II has expressed his thanks to DOST during the…
BDO, OWWA honor overseas Filipinos during Migrant Workers’ Day celeb
BDO & SM brought fun & entertainment together with comedians MC & Lassy at the Migrant Workers’ Day celebrations of DMW & OWWA recently held at the DMW office EDSA-Ortigas Ave., SM City North Edsa & SM City Bacolod. Aside from games & prizes, BDO shared financial tips to the Overseas Filipinos & responded to…
Pimentel lauds PAPI, cites new law for publishing and print media
SENATE Minority Leader, Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel lll lauded the achievements of the Publishers Association of the Philippines, Inc. (PAPI) and cited a recently-passed law which recognizes ‘publishing and printing media’ as one of the domains in the Creative Industries Development Act.
Gawad Ponciano B.P. Pineda sa Araling Salin (KWF grant sa saliksik)
Bukás na ang pagtanggap ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino ng mga panukalang saliksik para sa Gawad Ponciano B.P. Pineda sa Araling Salin [KWF Grant sa Saliksik]. Ang Gawad Ponciano B.P. Pineda sa Araling Salin ay proyekto ng KWF na naggagawad ng pondo sa mga pananaliksik sa araling salin sa Pilipinas. Ito ay bagong bukás na…
WHY IS THE PHILIPPINES ‘RELUCTANT’ IN‘LEGALIZING’ USE OF MEDICAL CANNABIS?
A known doctor, scientist, researcher, broadcaster lamented that legalizing the use of medicinal cannabis or marijuana still experiences a rough sailing in Congress even if 70 nations are already prescribing this.
Five Women Entrepreneurs Shine at NorthMin Search Regional Pitch Competition
In a remarkable display of entrepreneurial talent, five out of 10 innovative women entrepreneurs emerged as winners at the regional pitch competition during the Babaye para sa Babaye: WHWise Northern Mindanao’s search for innovative women entrepreneurs on June 14, 2023, at Limketkai Mall Activity Center. Winners from Cagayan de Oro City are the following: Nenita…
PBBM warns public against cyberfraud, says gov’t monitoring online transactions to prevent scamming
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday warned the people against the threat and risks posed by fraudulent use of artificial intelligence (AI). The President said the government continues to monitor transactions in the digital space to protect the public against scammers and abusive online lenders, “We continue to monitor very closely and do all…
DOST, LGU Talakag provide ceramic water filters to 140 Indigenous households in San Rafael
To provide access to safe drinking water, the Department of Science and Technology partners with the Local Government Unit of Talakag in providing 140 Ceramic Water Filters to the Higaonons in Barangay San Rafael, Talakag, Bukidnon on June 2, 2023. Before DOST intervention, residents had to boil water before drinking. Records indicate 4 diarrhea cases…